Atopic dermatitis, also called eczema, is actually a very common skin condition, especially in infants and children. Some adults also have this, but often the condition clears up as one gets older. This is not a serious skin condition, and it is very treatable. Here is what you need to
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Common Causes of Immunodeficiency
When most people think of immunodeficiency, they think of HIV or AIDS. However, there are many different causes. Worldwide, the most common causes are HIV, malnutrition, and unsanitary conditions. However, about one in 500 patients has an innate or primary immunodeficiency. Here are the most common culprits. Autoimmune Disorders There
What Is Contact Dermatitis, and How Is It Treated?
Contact dermatitis is a general diagnosis for a rash that comes up as a reaction to contact with a substance. There are a lot of different things that can cause this. Treatments vary, and allergy testing may be needed to ensure that it doesn’t happen again. Here’s what you need
Symptoms of Antibiotic Allergy and What to Do
Whether you have taken antibiotics in the past or not, it is possible to develop an allergy to certain antibiotics. An allergy is the immune system attacking because it thinks the antibiotic is a harmful substance. The first time you take an antibiotic, the immune system determines whether or not
What Allergy Shots Are and How They Work
If you have been suffering from allergies for most of your life, you may be interested in what many people are calling allergy shots. These allergy shots are supposed to limit or eliminate your allergy, depending on who you talk to. In reality, allergy shots can help reduce allergic reactions
Winter Cold or Indoor Allergies? When to Get Allergy Testing
When to Get Allergy Testing Just because spring and pollen are no longer issues, there are still some allergies that can affect you in the winter months. Especially if they have never had issues with allergies before, many people assume that their sniffling and coughing is due to a winter
Three Myths and Facts About Indoor Allergies
Three Myths and Facts About Indoor Allergies Winter is coming, and that means spending more time indoors. If you have outdoor allergies, you might be thinking that this is the time of year that you get a reprieve. Yet if you have any indoor allergies, those are likely to flare
Three Types of Pets for People with Pet Allergies
Three Types of Pets for People with Pet Allergies It is natural for people to want a pet to love, cuddle, and play with. Many adults without children would like a pet, and many families would be happier with a pet in the mix. But allergies in adults or children
Three Common Indoor Allergies and How to Treat Them
Three Common Indoor Allergies and How to Treat Them Now that spring and summer are over and fall is here, it is time to shift your attention from seasonal allergies to indoor allergies. If you have never dealt with allergies before, it is possible that you will have a reaction
Three Things You Can Do to Minimize Indoor Allergies
Minimize Indoor Allergies Now that spring and summer are over, you might think that you are going to get relief from your seasonal allergies. However, there are many indoor allergens that can cause allergies during the fall and winter months, and because it is colder, you are spending more time